Canon EOS R50 vs Canon EOS Kiss X8i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R50 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS R50 were released 2023 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i was released 2015. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R50 | 2023 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 2015 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS R50 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Kiss X8i is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS R50 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Canon EOS R50 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R50 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Canon EOS R50 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X8i. Canon EOS R50 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Canon EOS Kiss X8i has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R50 | 100-32000 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R50 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R50
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X8i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R50 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X8i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R50 | 12 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS R50 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS Kiss X8i weighs 555 gr (equal to 1.22 lb) which is 48% heavier than Canon EOS R50 and its 375 gr (or 0.83 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R50 | 375 gr 0.83 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i | 555 gr 1.22 lb |
Canon EOS R50 vs Canon EOS Kiss X8i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R50 and Canon EOS Kiss X8i, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Name | Canon EOS R50 | Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Release Year | 2023 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2023-02-08 | 2015-02-06 |
MSRP | 679 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 7 | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 651 | 19 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | N/A | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.59× | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Frames per second | 12 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes | Yes (wired or via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R50 |
Canon EOS Kiss X8i |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Canon LP-E17 Battery Pack
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 440 shots |
Width | 116 mm | 132 mm |
Height | 86 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 375 gram | 555 gram |